2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 362 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Nitro | Dino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
